Strategic Procurement Lead (Hybrid)

NSW Connect; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Customer Service (DCS) in NSW is seeking a Clerk Grade 9/10 to lead procurement planning and contracting activities with a hybrid Sydney-based arrangement.

You will assess business needs, coordinate sourcing, manage supplier performance, and provide governance to ensure compliant, value-driven outcomes across government agencies. Applicants with strong procurement experience and stakeholder engagement will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement planning and supplier negotiations.
• Knowledge of NSW Government procurement policies and frameworks.
• Ability to manage complex procurement projects and governance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake business needs assessment and market analysis to inform procurement decisions.
• Develop, coordinate and lead sourcing activities to establish supply arrangements that meet business needs.
• Develop and support contract management plans, negotiate changes and monitor supplier performance.
• Provide high level procurement advisory across the organisation and ensure compliant outcomes.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Sourcing

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Department of Customer Service (DCS) in NSW is seeking a Clerk Grade 9/10 to lead procurement planning and contracting activities with a hybrid Sydney-based arrangement.

You will assess business needs, coordinate sourcing, manage supplier performance, and provide governance to ensure compliant, value-driven outcomes across government agencies. Applicants with strong procurement experience and stakeholder engagement will thrive in this role.